Can Ukraine help reopen the Strait of Hormuz? Here’s what Zelensky can offer

Ukraine is positioning itself as a security partner in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran effectively restricted shipping through the critical energy route — but what can Kyiv actually offer?

President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered to help partners with battle-tested weapons and operational experience, citing Ukraine’s efforts to keep maritime exports flowing in the Black Sea despite a Russian blockade.

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